Model With Down Syndrome Redefines Beauty as New Face of a Major Teen Clothing Label

zaterdag 21 september 2013

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by Rebecca Stokes 19 hours ago

The world of fashion is cutthroat, competitive, and very much focused on the outside instead of the inside. This is true even where younger models are concerned. They learn very early on that in order to do what they love, they will have to develop a thick skin. It's a lesson taught by designers and by the big clothing companies whether the models are ready to learn it or not. 

Wet Seal is stepping away from the pack and making a change for good. They recently hired aspiring model 17-year-old Karrie Brown to be the face of their new campaign. On the surface, Karrie sounds like just another model. A very tall, pretty girl, who describes her personal style as being that of a "biker chick." But Karrie is different than most commercial models in one way. She has Down syndrome. 

Karrie's dreams of modeling came true, after Wet Seal saw photos of her on a fan page created by her mother. Karrie's photos quickly gained a lot of positive feedback. Overnight her pics had more than 10,000 likes! Wet Seal noticed and asked her to come model for them. 

Karrie's beauty, style, and amazing energy make her a natural. Her ability in front of the camera should have other more close-minded companies (I'm looking at you, Abercrombie) re-evaluating how they pick the faces that represent their brand. Karrie's an amazing example of what true beauty looks like.

Do you think other stores should follow Wet Seal's lead?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR Rebecca Stokes

Rebecca is a writer who lives in Brooklyn with her cats. She is probably even at this moment spilling food on herself.

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Kids’ Clothing, Starting at $10.00 at Gymboree!

woensdag 18 september 2013

Kids’ Clothing, Starting at $10.00 at Gymboree!

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Army’s Ban on ‘Vulgar’ Off-Duty Clothing Goes Too Far for Military Wives and Kids

woensdag 14 augustus 2013

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by Nicole Fabian-Weber 2 hours ago

A new clothing policy has been put into place at an army post in Fort Irwin, California for off-duty soldiers, their families, as well as visitors. The new rules, which, among other things, bans "backwards caps," "pajamas and house shoes," and "torn, cut, or worn clothing," has some people up in arms. The policy change was posted to Fort Irwin's Facebook page, and around 400 people have been debating the issue in the comments section. One army wife wrote: "The good news is that I have ordered several burqas (all in black so as not to offend those who are sensitive to color) and I'll be able to use all of the facilities on post in the near future without harassment." And another inquired: "So would you tell an eight-month pregnant woman to take off her pajama pants? Just wondering. I never wore pajamas around post until I was pregnant."

Hmm ... while I completely understand wanting a respectable sense of decorum on an army base, are wives and kids really not allowed to wear PJ pants?

Other things that have been banned are "bikinis," "underwear as outwear," and "exposed midriffs." Those make complete sense. I 100 percent get that. Again, you want an army base to be a respectable atmosphere. But I, too, am wondering if some of the other things on this list are taking things a little too far. I mean, what would happen if a frazzled mom had to run out with her kids for something? Do they really all need to get dressed?

At the end of the day, military bases aren't public places, so any rules can be instilled. But I think perhaps a bit more flexibility may be in order here. Everyone should dress with a sense of modesty and respect at Fort Irwin, but sometimes you just need to run out in a pair of house shoes.

Do you think these rules are too harsh? Do you think spouses and children should be included in the dress code?

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Under Armour Clothing, Starting at $7.49 at Lord & Taylor!

zaterdag 10 augustus 2013

Under Armour Clothing, Starting at $7.49 at Lord & Taylor!

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Kim Kardashian Is Crazy to Want North to 'Model' Her New Baby Clothing Line

dinsdag 6 augustus 2013

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by Stefanie Favicchio 4 hours ago

Well, it's official. Not even childbirth can stop Kim Kardashian's brain from making those cash register noises. It's been less than two months since she's become a mother and she's already thinking about her next business move -- which involves babies now, naturally.

Despite the fact that Kim's been ridiculed for her fashion sense lately, she apparently still thinks she has what it takes to design clothes. So she's decided to create a baby clothing line. Because, yes! That's what the world needs! Ridiculously overpriced crop-top onesies. With fringe!

And the worst part? Kim's designer friend who she is reportedly teaming up with says Baby North West will be a "great poster child" for the line.

Excuse me, WHAT?

Am I the only one who finds this absolutely ridiculous? This child is WEEKS old. She can't talk, walk, and she certainly can't model. (Unless modeling requires nothing more than, you know, lying there.) She has no idea that she was born into this mega-famous, attention-hungry family. In a sense, it's really unfair to do to the child. But I guess we shouldn't be surprised. Even Kris Jenner has used the baby for publicity for her show already, so why should Kim with this clothing line idea be any different?

I'm sure Kim's baby line would make a ton of money, and I'm sure having North as the "model" would fuel the success even more. But Kim really needs to reflect on what's truly important in life now more than ever: family or money and fame.

Let's hope she makes the right choice.

Do you really think Kim would make her baby become a model?

Image via Kim Kardashian/Twitter

Click the "Like" button below if you're Krazy for the Kardashians! ABOUT THE AUTHOR Stefanie Favicchio

is the Editorial Marketing Manager who loves trainwreck reality television and isn't even ashamed.

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